Sport segregation

Date and country of first publication

2021
Netherlands

Definition

Sport segregation refers to the separation of individuals based on their race, gender, disability, or other characteristic in sports activities. This can occur in various forms, such as separate leagues or divisions for different groups of people, unequal opportunities for participation, or discrimination in the selection process for teams.

While some forms of segregation may be intended to provide fair competition or accommodate different physical abilities, they can also perpetuate stereotypes, limit opportunities for certain groups, and contribute to societal inequalities.

Efforts to promote greater inclusion and diversity in sports, such as implementing inclusive policies and practices, providing equal access to resources and facilities, and challenging discriminatory attitudes, are important steps towards addressing sport segregation and creating a more inclusive and equitable sporting environment for all individuals.

Sport segregation appears in the following literature

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Jenkel L. (2021). Daniel Prenn From Germany’s First Man in the Top Ten to ‘“No Nationality” Man’?. International Journal of the History of Sport, 38(9), 1008-1027. Routledge.https://doi.org/10.1080/09523367.2021.1987225